Donnie Wahlberg offers CBS 50% pay cut to film 'Boston Blue' in Boston

10 articles · Updated · Variety · Apr 25

Wahlberg revealed on SiriusXM’s Radio Andy that he proposed halving his salary to move production from Toronto to Boston, but producers rejected the offer due to high costs.
He explained that even if the entire cast forfeited their pay, filming in Boston remained financially unfeasible, citing both expense and logistical challenges like crowds disrupting shoots.
Despite these hurdles, 'Boston Blue'—a spinoff of Wahlberg’s 'Blue Bloods' character—has already been renewed for a second season, with season one currently streaming on Paramount+.

After a hit first season, will 'Boston Blue' film more in its namesake city?

Beyond money, what logistical nightmares forced the show out of Boston?

Was Donnie Wahlberg's pay cut offer a genuine sacrifice or a smart PR move?

With such huge savings, is Toronto becoming the default setting for American TV?

Could virtual sets soon make the Boston versus Toronto filming debate obsolete?

Why can’t major US cities compete with Canada’s lucrative film incentives?